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911 Call Processing Specialist

Strathcona County

Sherwood Park, AB • On-site

Part-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Strathcona County Emergency Services provides twenty-four hour, seven days a week emergency communication and dispatch services to Strathcona County and other partners. The 911 Call Processing Specialist is responsible for answering, processing, recording, and dispatching requests for both emergent and non-emergent incidents. Engaged as an integral part of the community's emergency response system, the 911 Call Processing Specialist provides clear, accurate and customer focused communications to assist in an efficient and effective response. 


This posting is for 2 hourly positions

Key Responsibilities:

    Efficiently answer 911 calls and transfer to the appropriate agency within established guidelines
    Calmly obtain all required information from callers with complete accuracy 
    Ensures functions of the Communications Centre meet quality management standards 
    Maintain confidentiality and FOIP regulation
    Support continuous improvement with accurate record keeping and commitment to efficient operations
    Work as a team member in a high stress environment, and manage a variety of tasks simultaneously

Qualifications and Skills:

    Emergency Fire Dispatch Certification from the National Academy of Emergency Dispatch is an asset 
    Completed education in an accredited Emergency Communications or similar program is preferred  
    Experience in a related field in required 
    Working knowledge of computer-aided dispatch programs 
    Ability to multi-task, rapidly prioritize and manage stress in a fast-paced, team oriented environment 
    Excellent computer skills with the ability to adapt to changing technologies 
    Strong communication skills to effectively deal with people in person, by telephone or radio under stressful conditions 
    Geographical knowledge of Strathcona County and east central Alberta is an asset

Conditions of Employment:

    Submission of Satisfactory Criminal Record Check  
    Available to work a variety of shifts which may include days, evenings, nights, weekends and statutory holidays; working casual hours as required/scheduled

Who We Are:
Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta.  Our vision is to become Canada's most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, collaboration, and accountability.  

Why Join Strathcona County:
    Competitive salary and benefits package, which includes:
            o    Health and wellness spending account   
            o    Employee and family assistance program
    Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities.
    Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace.
Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.

Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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